ARDSLEY, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acorda Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:ACOR) today announced that the first patient has been enrolled in a trial of AC105, its proprietary magnesium formulation for the treatment of spinal cord injury (SCI). This Phase 2 trial will evaluate the safety and tolerability of the drug in people with traumatic SCI, and also incorporates several exploratory efficacy measures. “In preclinical studies, AC105 improved motor function in SCI when therapy was initiated within a few hours after injury,” said Andrew R. Blight, Ph.D., Acorda Therapeutics’ Chief Scientific Officer. “Spinal cord injuries often result in severe, lifelong disability, so we’re excited to explore the potential to improve outcomes for people who suffer these very serious injuries.”
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